Cintsa Accommodation

The pretty villages of Cintsa East and Cintsa West are situated 25 minutes north of East London on the Wild Coast Jikeleza Route, an area marked by sandy bays and peaceful estuaries. The two villages sit on opposite banks of the Chintsa Lagoon, and offer expansive views of the bay, estuary and 17km long beach.

Cintsa East is the larger of the two seaside villages. It is situated on the northern bank of the estuary and is a popular holiday spot with accommodation catering for both budget and executive travelers. For backpackers, Cintsa West is a popular Baz Bus stop....more

233 Tuna Road

A charming, secure coastal home fit for a quiet weekend away or a full on family summer holiday for 3 weeks. The home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and an open-plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area and lounge in the main house.

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233 Tuna Road

Tea in the Trees Cottage

Lovely farm cottage available at R350 a night. It sleeps 2 people and is fully equipped for self catering. It has a private braai area and situated in the garden of Panorama Farm, near Cintsa West.

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Tea in the Trees Cottage

Hikes and Walks, Cintsa

The 5-day Strandloper Hiking Trail passes along the village's 17km long beach and past the wreck site of the Atalaia, which sunk in 1647 between Cintsa and Cefani. The Portuguese vessel broke up long ago and is no longer visible; however some cannon were retrieved from the wreck and can now be seen in the East London Museum.

Cintsa Horses

Imagine cantering down the beach with the ocean on one side and magnificent dunes on the other, a pod of dolphins diving through the waves, that's what you can experience.

Our trails vary from a 2 hour trail incorporating beach and bush and some of the most scenic views from above Buccaneers Backpackers at Cintsa looking back toward Morgan Bay and Kei Mouth.

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Cintsa Horses

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Cintsa beach

Cintsa view

The Beach, Cintsa

Cintsa boasts a magnificent, 17-kilometre long, beach.

Tea in the Trees

Tea in the trees outdoor cafe is open in cintsa west every sunday from 9-2pm serving delicious breakfast,lunch and treats. We have a beautiful coastal forest walk and jungle gym for kids. Dogs welcome! On the first Sunday of the month we have an art craft and home produce market.

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Tea in the Trees

Petrol, Jikeleza Route

Shop, Cintsa

Ski Boat Launch Site

Directions from East London:
Drive along the N2 towards Mthatha. About 5km past the Gonubie turn-off, take the Brakfontein turnoff. At the top of the bridge, turn right (crossing the bridge over the highway) and continue down the road for about 2km. Turn left at the "Schafli Road" and East Coast Resorts sign. You are now at the start of the Jikeleza Route.

Directions from Durban:
Drive along the N2 towards East London. About 41km past the Kei Bridge you will find the turnoff to The Jikeleza Route / Cintsa / East Coast Resorts on your left. It is about 15km from East London.

Cintsa Accommodation and Information